News Summary
The South Carolina High School Lacrosse playoffs are about to kick off, with exciting matchups in the Class 5A and Class 4A divisions. With teams from both the upper and lower states aiming for glory, the playoffs promise intense competition. The championships will take place at Irmo High School, where fans can expect thrilling action and rivalries as teams vie for a chance to be crowned champions.
Excitement Grows in Irmo as South Carolina High School Lacrosse Playoff Brackets Finalized!
Irmo is buzzing with energy as the countdown to the South Carolina High School League’s lacrosse playoffs begins! The thrilling matchups for the Class 5A Division I boys and girls, along with Class 4A boys and girls playoff brackets, have been officially set. Lacrosse fans, mark your calendars as the playoff season kicks off next week with a flurry of action.
Class 4A Bracket Highlights
This year’s Class 4A bracket includes some amazing teams, showcasing talent from both the lower and upper states, working to balance out the competition. It’s going to be an exciting mix of skills and strategies as everyone vies for a chance at glory. The state championships are taking place on May 2-3 at the fabulous Irmo High School, a venue that will surely add to the electric atmosphere.
For the Class 4A championships, the excitement culminates on May 2, while the bigger spotlight lands on the Class 5A Divisions I and II matches on May 3. Fans better get ready for some heart-pounding action!
Upper State Matchups
The Upper State matchups are set to bring some fierce rivalry and anticipation! On Tuesday, May 5, we kick off with a key battle between J.L. Mann and Dorman. Don’t forget about Boiling Springs, who dominated their previous matchup against Spartanburg with an impressive score of 17-4!
As the week progresses, things heat up with Friday’s matches featuring J.L. Mann/Dorman going head-to-head against Clover, and Boiling Springs taking on Mauldin in a bid for advancement in the playoffs.
Wednesday’s excitement continues with invigorating clashes as Catawba Ridge visits Fort Mill and T.L. Hanna takes on Eastside. Then on Saturday, the stakes are raised higher with T.L. Hanna/Eastside challenging Greenville and Catawba Ridge/Fort Mill facing off against Nation Ford.
We cannot overlook the other Wednesday matchups, featuring St. James battling it out at Lucy Beckham and White Knoll going against Socastee. This will lead to another action-packed Saturday, where the stakes will be high as White Knoll/Socastee steps onto the field against Chapin, while St. James/Lucy Beckham faces North Myrtle Beach.
Upper State Championship Matches
Once we get through the earlier rounds, make sure not to miss the Upper State Championship matches, which are shaping up to be a thrilling showcase featuring:
- (U4) Westside at (U1) AC Flora
- (U3) St. Joseph’s at (U2) Christ Church
- (L11) Gilbert at (L2) Hilton Head Island
- (L8) Fox Creek at (L5) May River
Lower State Matchups
On to the Lower State, things are equally electrifying! The first round kicks off with a bye for (L1) Oceanside Collegiate while Beaufort heads out to challenge Aiken in a must-see matchup. Waccamaw will be stepping onto the field against Philip Simmons, while Academic Magnet goes up against Bishop England.
Wednesday brings more excitement with Mauldin squaring off against Wade Hampton and Clover facing Byrnes. Saturday is shaping up to be quite a showdown, as Clover/Byrnes prepares to confront Spartanburg, while Mauldin/Wade Hampton gets ready to take on J.L. Mann.
The Home Stretch Toward Finals
The playoff season is reaching its crescendo, with both the Class 4A and Class 5A championships promising to deliver nail-biting, competitive encounters that will leave fans on the edge of their seats. All roads lead to Irmo High School, where champions will rise and glory awaits!
So gather your friends, grab your pom-poms, and prepare to cheer on these phenomenal young athletes as they leave it all on the field in pursuit of championship dreams!
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- Greenville Online: SC High School Lacrosse Playoffs Schedule
- South Bend Tribune: NCAA Women’s Lacrosse Tournament 2024
- High School OT: Boys Lacrosse Rankings
- Wikipedia: Lacrosse
- Google Search: High School Lacrosse News
